Best Public Schools in Zip Code 36301

The 36301 zip code area is home to 9 schools across two school districts - Houston County and Dothan City. The schools include 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools, serving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

The standout performers in the area are Rehobeth Elementary School, Rehobeth High School, and Rehobeth Middle School, all part of the Houston County district. These schools consistently rank among the top in the state, with exceptional test scores and 4-star ratings. In contrast, the Dothan City schools, except for the exceptional Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology, generally underperform compared to state and district averages.

The data suggests that socioeconomic factors, such as higher free/reduced lunch rates in the Dothan City schools, may be contributing to the stark contrast in academic performance. While the Dothan City schools allocate more resources per student and have lower student-teacher ratios, the outcomes do not reflect the higher investment. The standout performers in the Houston County district demonstrate that with the right strategies and resources, schools can achieve exceptional results even in challenging environments.